Tangail Saree Weavers Bid for UNESCO Heritage Status
Artisans behind Bangladesh's iconic Tangail saree have nominated their craft for UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list. Discover how this centuries-old tradition faces modern challenges.
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UK launches new 'Living Heritage' register
Communities across the UK are urged to nominate cherished traditions for a new national 'living heritage' inventory, aiming to safeguard cultural practices for future generations.
UK Calls for Nominations to 'Living Heritage' Inventory
The UK government invites communities to nominate cherished traditions for a new national inventory of living heritage, from ceilidhs to crafts, to safeguard them for future generations. Learn how to submit.
UK Launches 'Living Heritage' Register for Traditions
Communities across the UK are urged to nominate cherished traditions, from cheese-rolling to steel-drumming, for a new national register aimed at safeguarding intangible cultural heritage for future generations.
English rail fares frozen for first time in 30 years
Millions of UK rail passengers to save money as government confirms first fare freeze in three decades, part of the new Great British Railways plan.
Government freezes rail fares for first time in 30 years
The Government announces a historic rail fare freeze, saving commuters hundreds of pounds. Part of plans for a publicly owned Great British Railways. Read the full details.
Rail fares frozen for first time in 30 years
The UK government confirms an unprecedented rail fare freeze, saving commuters on expensive routes over £300 annually. Part of a wider plan for a modernised, publicly-owned Great British Railways.
Driver-Only Trains: UK Rail Debate Explained
Explore the complex debate over driver-only operated trains in the UK. Learn why unions oppose DOO, its safety record, and how it affects millions of passengers daily.
Driver-only trains debate divides UK railways
Explore the complex debate around driver-only operation trains in the UK. Learn why unions oppose DOO while operators defend its safety record. Discover how this affects millions of passengers daily.
New Oxford-Milton Keynes Rail Line Delayed Until 2026
A key East West Rail link between Oxford and Milton Keynes faces a 2026 delay due to a 'driver-only operation' dispute with the RMT union, which warns of industrial action. Discover the implications.
15,528 violent crimes on UK railways last year
Damning figures reveal nearly 16,000 violent crimes occurred on trains or at stations, with 40 attacks daily. Read the full investigation into Britain's railway safety crisis.
Labour's £400m Rail Plan Could Hike Passenger Fares
Exclusive: A government impact assessment reveals Labour's rail renationalisation may cost over £400m, with passengers potentially facing higher fares to cover the bill.
Britain's dying trade: The stonemasons fighting extinction
Discover the forgotten world of stonemasonry - a centuries-old craft facing extinction despite building Britain's most iconic landmarks. Meet the craftsmen fighting to save their trade.
New European Sleeper Train Connects Basel to Malmö
Discover how Swiss Federal Railways' new overnight service connecting Switzerland to Sweden is revolutionising European travel with comfortable beds and eco-friendly transport options.
Why UK trains don't have seat belts revealed
Discover the fascinating engineering and safety reasons behind why UK trains operate without seat belts, and why this actually makes rail travel safer than you might think.
Vietnam demands Facebook remove UNESCO heritage criticism
Vietnamese authorities escalate pressure on Meta's platform over posts questioning their stewardship of protected cultural sites, raising concerns about digital censorship and heritage protection.
138 English heritage sites face irreversible damage
Exclusive report reveals how climate change, erosion and funding cuts threaten to erase centuries of English history from Stonehenge to Hadrian's Wall.
GBR Reform: Cheaper Fares & Simpler Ticketing Ahead
Major rail reforms promise simplified ticketing and potential fare reductions as Great British Railways prepares to transform passenger experience across Britain.
Swiss yodelling wins UNESCO cultural heritage status
The ancient art of Swiss yodelling joins UNESCO's prestigious intangible cultural heritage list, preserving Alpine traditions for future generations.
Why Airport Security on UK Trains Is Impossible
Rail security experts reveal why implementing strict airport-style screening across Britain's vast train network would be impractical and fundamentally change our travel experience forever.
India Train Derailment: 5 Dead in Chhattisgarh Crash
A devastating train derailment in India's Chhattisgarh state has left at least five people dead and over 30 injured, with rescue operations continuing through the night.
India train derailment kills 5, injures over 25
A major train derailment in India's Chhattisgarh state has left at least five passengers dead and over 25 injured, with rescue operations continuing through the night amid challenging conditions.
Swinney slams Avanti's 'unacceptable' rail service
Scotland's First Minister John Swinney delivers blistering criticism of Avanti West Coast's poor service reliability and management failures during Glasgow visit, demanding immediate improvements for frustrated passengers.
Hero train driver stops disaster after car crashes on tracks
A quick-thinking train driver's heroic actions averted potential disaster when a car crashed onto the tracks near Bicester, bringing high-speed services to an emergency stop just yards from impact.
Railway worker's miraculous escape from 100mph train
Exclusive: Railway worker reveals his heart-stopping near-death experience after being caught on the tracks as an express train approached at full speed. The miraculous survival story that will make you think twice about railway safety.
Climbers defy Victoria's Indigenous site ban
Rock climbing enthusiasts in Victoria are openly challenging new restrictions at culturally significant Indigenous sites, igniting a fierce debate between heritage conservation and recreational access.
Historic Windmill Luxury Conversion Sparks Outrage
Plans to transform a 19th-century Sussex windmill into a luxury residence spark local outrage and heritage concerns as conservationists battle developers over preserving Britain's architectural history.
Conwy Valley Railway Fully Reopens After Storm Repairs
The scenic Conwy Valley line in North Wales has fully reopened after extensive repairs to storm damage, restoring vital transport links for communities and tourists alike.
UK's Highest Railway: Stunning Snowdonia Views From £25
Discover the Snowdon Mountain Railway, the UK's highest track offering breathtaking panoramic views of Wales for just £25 return. This historic Victorian engineering marvel takes passengers on an unforgettable journey to the summit of Wales' tallest peak.
Virgin Trains returns to West Coast after 5-year hiatus
Virgin Trains makes dramatic comeback to UK railways, resuming West Coast services after half-decade absence in strategic partnership with Trenitalia.
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